Benefits of SWOT Analysis: The primary benefit of conducting a thorough SWOT analysis is: a. Determining the cost-effectiveness of the company's value chain relative to its competitors. b. Benchmarking the company’s resource strengths against the industry's critical success factors. c. Assessing the company's overall competitive stance in relation to its main rivals. d. Comparing the company’s market share, profitability, and sales against those of major competitors. e. Assisting in devising a strategy that aligns with